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Our Majestic Region

From the ridges to the forests and fertile farmland of our valley, this region has a special character that has captured the hearts and imaginations of generations. As the farmers, entrepreneurs, land owners, and leaders of this area, we are the stewards of this land, and we share the responsibility of preserving its character for our children’s children.

Rondout-Esopus Land Conservancy relies on the generosity and forward-thinking of our community members. Together we have protected nearly 4,000 acres of meadows, mountains, streams, wetlands, farmlands, and forests in Ulster County. And we still have more work to do.

Aside from protecting your land, there are many ways to join local conservation efforts, from volunteering to making a monetary donation to partnership opportunities and serving on the board.

Become a Volunteer

Volunteers are always welcome and appreciated. Volunteering opportunities range from helping to monitor easements to producing newsletters, posting on social media, or supporting RELC’s events. Volunteering is a great way to learn more about land conservation and stewardship for the protection of open spaces.

Make a Donation

“It is in the wild places, where the edge of the Earth meets the corners of the sky, the human spirit is fed.”

—Art Wolfe

Donate

Help us keep our open country land productive and beautiful. Please consider contributing or include us in your company’s matching gift program.

Suggested Donation Amounts

$1,000+

Benefactor

$500

Patron

$300

Sponsor

$150

Supporter

$50

Friend

Other

Member

Check Donations

Donations by check should be made out to Rondout-Esopus Land Conservancy and mailed to:

Rondout-Esopus Land Conservancy, Inc.PO Box 144Accord, NY 12404

Rondout-Esopus Land Conservancy, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

RELC is a Primarily Volunteer-Run Nonprofit Organization

Rondout-Esopus Land Conservancy is committed to preserving the open space of our watersheds and protecting biodiversity for the benefit of all. Whether or not you have land to preserve you can contribute to our mission.

As a volunteer-run nonprofit organization, we rely on donations for overhead and operational costs as well as for the acquisition, maintenance, and enforcement of easements.

Community & Collaboration

We are always looking for ways to partner with people and organizations that have similar or complementary goals—other land trusts, farmers, and locavores. Please contact us at info@relandconservancy.org with ideas you have about how we can work together.

Donate

Rondout-Esopus Land Conservancy is committed to preserving the open space of our watersheds and protecting biodiversity for the benefit of all. Whether or not you have land to preserve you can contribute to our mission.